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There's a recognition of the inherent biases and structural challenges within philanthropy that perpetuate a cycle of mistrust, particularly impacting grassroots organizations.

Effective communication and mutual agreement are crucial for balanced power dynamics in grant management. All partners must have equal opportunities to contribute opinions, concerns, and ideas, with clearly defined roles and responsibilities to ensure equitable and productive

Unrestricted funding provides the flexibility to allocate resources beyond just program costs, it's not confined to specific projects, allowing organizations to invest in areas most critical to their mission. However, it is important to note that the freedom associated with

It is imperative that we foster transparent communication channels - to facilitate a clearer understanding of each party’s objectives and expectations and also to empower our grantee partners by giving them the space to articulate their visions and aspirations. - Nduhuura Jonan

Sustainability is not achieved by dependence but by fostering independence. Our commitment should extend beyond immediate project needs to building enduring capacity within local communities and organizations. This involves training, mentoring, and supporting local entities to

Our strategies must be dynamic and capable of adapting to new information and changing circumstances. This requires implementing real-time feedback mechanisms that track our initiatives' progress and engage beneficiaries and stakeholders in a continuous dialogue - Evans Okinyi

True change is community-driven. Therefore, empowering local leaders isn't just about delegation; it's about providing the tools and resources necessary for these leaders to effect change from within. This means substantial investment in local capabilities and providing a

Trust is the foundational currency of effective collaboration and impactful action - Evans Okinyi

#ShiftThePower Lightup Impact Fingo

Happening in just two hours—there's still time to join us! Please register here - us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Prior to the recently concluded Rwanda Philanthropy Forum's convening, we ran a key exercise - to dissect the State of Philanthropy in Rwanda. Our analysis delved into various dimensions, including legal regimes, investment volumes, organizational registration timelines, primary

At the #2024GrantmakersSummit , #EAPhilanthropyNetwork is reimagining #philanthropy to address the polycrisis. From discussions on trust-based grantmaking to systemic reforms, the summit will be an opportunity to collaborate towards advancing #SocialJustice .

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Today in Kigali, Rwanda, leaders from diverse sectors convened to engage in a substantive dialogue under the 'Fortifying East Africa's Development through Strategic Alliance' agenda. The deliberations provided deep insights into essential strategies necessary for the sustainable

“WINGS has been instrumental in catapulting the #EAPhilanthropyNetwork into the forefront of global policy discussions.” – Evans Okinyi. With a presence at global forums, we are honoured to support diverse voices in shaping the future. Read about our work here: ow.ly/W4p850RShaY

We're on again, to shift the power—words meeting action! Over the years, our collective efforts have transitioned from discussions to impactful, tangible outcomes and in partnership with Fingo and Lightup Impact , we invite you for this webinar scheduled for May 30th, from

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 | Today is the closing date for submissions of #academic abstracts & session papers.

- Call for academic abstracts: bit.ly/4copRLx
- ⁠Call for session papers: bit.ly/3xd8Vaw
- Concept note: bit.ly/4aWIULD

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 | The academic dimension of the African Philanthropy Conference is a platform where researchers, pracademics and postdoctoral scholars convene to explore how philanthropy and social investment have and can influence development on the

We are committed to revolutionizing philanthropy by empowering grantmakers to enhance their strategies and operations. Our focus is to ensure initiatives are perfectly aligned with the dynamic demands of today's world, enabling deep and meaningful engagement with the communities

Check out this conference hosted by Mott Foundation partner #EAPhilanthropyNetwork. Register today at — eaphilanthropyconference.org/#register

On July 8 & 9, join #EAPhilanthropyNetwork in Nairobi for #2024GrantmakersSummit to discuss strategic approaches for #philanthropy to address widening wealth disparities, social injustices, & environmental crises.

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